© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Florin - Matthias II
1614 year| Gold (.990) | 3.555850 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Matthias II (II. Mátyás) (1608-1618) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1614 |
| Value | 1 Florin (Forint) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.990) |
| Weight | 3.555850 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Non-radiant crowned and non-glorified Madonna with child on her left arm and scepter in her right hand on a crescent.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PATRONA · HVNGARI · 1614 ·
Translation: Patroness of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Comment
Pictured is a variant with different letteringInteresting fact
The Florin coin minted during the reign of Matthias II of Hungary in 1614 is an exciting collector's item for numismatists. One intriguing fact about this coin is that it contains a unique feature - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process to indicate that the coin had been tested for its purity and authenticity. This feature is known as a "test cut" or "proof hole," and it was commonly used in gold coins during that era to prevent counterfeiting. The presence of this hole not only adds to the coin's historical significance but also serves as a visible sign of its authenticity, making it a highly sought-after collectible among coin enthusiasts.
